Some Ohio State students started this Facebook page to muster support for a vuvuzela barrage at Ohio Stadium when the Lions visit Nov. 13. Alas, the Big Ten is noting that its football game management manual does not permit "irritants," which some folks say perfectly describes those buzzing horns at the World Cup in South Africa.

Scott Chipman, director of communications for the Big Ten, sent along this clause from the conference rulebook:

A. Nonpermissible Items: The arena management is responsible for enforcing the Big Ten policies in this regard. The following items may not be brought into the arena by patrons: Alcoholic beverages, bottles, cans, cups or containers, irritants (e.g., noisemakers) or strobe lights. In addition, the facility may have additional restrictions on items that can be brought into the arena.

Pshaw, say the Facebookers, who now are focusing on the Buckeyes' Sept. 25 non-conference game against Eastern Michigan.